Lead Works Manager - Bulk Earthworks & Infra Projects

NEOS Engineering Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Car allowance

Lodging allowance

BUPA Healthcare

Life Assurance

Permanent position

Lower Thames Crossing project

Job summary

NEOS Engineering are recruiting an experienced Works Manager to lead a major earthworks site in Basildon. You will oversee bulk earthworks, logistics and the site-based team to deliver works on time and to safety standards.

The role requires 10+ years in the industry with at least 5 years in a supervisory position, strong leadership, and experience managing foremen and subcontractors. A GPS guidance background and relevant safety qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' industry experience including at least 5 years in a supervisory/management position.
• Proven experience managing multiple Foremen and subcontractor gangs.
• Strong background in bulk earthworks and major infrastructure projects.
• Good understanding of material usage, machine matching and earthworks logistics.
• Experience using GPS machine guidance systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the site-based project team, including multiple Foremen and subcontractor gangs.
• Oversee day-to-day bulk earthworks and site logistics.
• Manage labour, plant and resources to maximise productivity and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate site diaries, allocation sheets and project records.
• Review drawings and develop effective construction methods and method statements.
• Coordinate works with Senior Management and Engineering teams.
• Support detailed planning and work to a 3-week programme.
• Monitor material usage, machine matching and overall site productivity.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with the Series 600 Specification for Highway Works.
• Ensure compliance with ITPs and quality requirements.
• Maintain relationships with client representatives and project stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Bulk earthworks

Project planning

GPS machine guidance

Education

SMSTS qualification

CSCS Gold Card

CSCS Black Card

SEATS qualification

First Aid / Mental Health First Aid

HSG47 Cat & Genny training

Tools

GPS machine guidance systems

Job description

NEOS Engineering are recruiting an experienced Works Manager to lead a major earthworks site in Basildon. You will oversee bulk earthworks, logistics and the site-based team to deliver works on time and to safety standards.

The role requires 10+ years in the industry with at least 5 years in a supervisory position, strong leadership, and experience managing foremen and subcontractors. A GPS guidance background and relevant safety qualifications are essential.